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January 13, 2021

Fixic Q&A: What is an A1c?

A Hemoglobin A1c is a 2-3 month average of your blood sugars. This result gives you a good idea of how well your diabetes is being managed/controlled. The American Diabetes Association recommends an A1c of less than 7 to keep the risk...

January 12, 2021

First insulin injection

Did you know that 99 years ago, on January 11 the 14-year-old Leonard Thompson agreed to the first trials of insulin treatment and got the first ever insulin injection? The boy suffered an allergic reaction to the first injection, but further James...

January 11, 2021

Express yourself with Fixic

If you are sick of losing an expensive sensor, snagging it while getting dressed, Fixic Dexcom adhesive patches will make your CGM stay on your skin for the full 10-day session. Strong medical adhesive will provide a strong grip, waterproof material will...

January 10, 2021

Keep fighting!

Sometimes you will be in control of your illness and other times you will sink into despair and that's okay. Freak out, forgive yourself, and try again another day. Be happy!

January 09, 2021

Diabetes Language: nicknames, phrases and combo words

This is just fun! What are some “languages of love” for all parts of our lives with Type 1 Diabetes? What do you call your devices, your challenges, your life with diabetes? Do you have a nickname for your diabetes gear? If...

January 08, 2021

Diabetes and mountains: managing cold and altitude

Winter is the perfect time for a trip to the mountains. Climbing is not only a good way to get physical activity but also part of the fun. And if you have diabetes, there is no need to completely miss out on...

January 07, 2021

Diabetes Foot Care Guideline

It is very important to care about your feet if you have diabetes, even small cuts can lead to different complications. You may not notice something in your shoe or a small cut, and, as a result, get an infection. To avoid...

January 06, 2021

How does diabetes affect wound healing?

Minor cuts, burns, and wounds are an inevitable part of life. But for people with diabetes healing process can take longer, increasing the risk of infections and other complications. It is caused by high glucose levels that affect the nerves and lead...

January 05, 2021

Diabetes-friendly recipes: Meyer lemon avocado toast

Today I will share quick & easy healthy breakfast - meyer lemon avocado toast! It is absolutely delicious and a wonderful source of fiber and fatty acids. Feel free to get creative with the ingredients! Substitute cilantro with mint or parsley, or...

January 04, 2021

Fixic Q&A: Prediabetes. What does that mean?

Prediabetes means you have a higher than normal blood sugar level. It's not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes yet, but without lifestyle changes, adults and children with prediabetes are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. If you have...

January 03, 2021

Extend the life of your libre sensor with Fixic

Have you already tried Fixic freestyle libre adhesive patches? Our patches are made of natural hypoallergenic materials that will protect your sensor for the full 14-day session. Extend the life of your CGM with Fixic, save your Freestyle Libre this January!

January 02, 2021

Embrace yourself. Be gentle with yourself. Love yourself.

Your illness does not define you. Your strength and courage do! You are still you despite what your body chooses to be. You are not the disease. I hope you know you are capable, brave and significant. Even when it feels like...

January 01, 2021

Fixic Christmas Promo Offer

Fixic Christmas Promo Offer is out! A promo code just for you: “FIXIC2021”. Check our website or DM us to get Fixic adhesive patches with 10% OFF TODAY! Apply it at the checkout on our website. Happy holidays!

December 31, 2020

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year from Fixic team! Wishing all the best to you and your family as we head into 2021. Thank you so much for supporting us! We’re looking forward to serving you again in 2021!

December 30, 2020

Watch out for blood sugar roller coasters during the holidays!

On holidays we eat more than we should and we tend to eat much more of the sort of food that is not exactly ideal for children or adults with diabetes. No matter which diabetes management devices you use, make sure you...

December 29, 2020

Fixic Q&A: Are people with diabetes more likely to get COVID-19?

There is not enough data to show whether people with diabetes are more likely to get COVID-19 than the general population. The problem people with diabetes face is they’re more likely to have worse complications if they get it, not greater chance...

December 28, 2020

Live an active lifestyle with Fixic

Do you like exercising? Do you live an active lifestyle? If you use Freestyle Libre sensor, sometimes it can be difficult not to damage your sensor while exercising, swimming, running, taking shower, or other kinds of activities. With Fixic Freestyle Libre adhesive...

December 27, 2020

Celebrities with diabetes: Jean Reno

Jean Reno is almost 70 and he lives with diabetes. The disease does not keep him from remaining as a charismatic man and still acting. He is fond of good restaurants, but he also controls his weight.

December 26, 2020

You deserve to be happy

Hope you have a great festive weekend! Because you definitely deserve it. Be proud of yourself for how you've overcome so much this year! Because you're amazing and strong! Enjoy Christmas weekend, have fun, spend a great time with your family and...

December 25, 2020

Merry Christmas from Fixic team!

Fixic wishes you a Merry Christmas! We are wishing everyone wonderful holidays, a great time with family and friends, more sweetness in life with less sugar in blood, many happy moments and most importantly good health! Be happy, be healthy, be Fixic!

December 24, 2020

Diabetes-friendly recipes: Low-carb Christmas pudding

Get set for Christmas with our healthier version of the traditional Christmas pudding, with fruit and spices. It keeps for up to a week if stored in the fridge. You don’t have to miss out on the best part of a multi-course...

December 23, 2020

Be ready for Christmas dinner: having a drink?

Christmas is almost here! It means these days will be full of fun, excitement, presents, festive food and drinks. We drink more at Christmas than at any other time of the year and there is nothing wrong with having a few drinks...

December 22, 2020

Be ready for Christmas dinner: tricks to enjoy your favorite Christmas dishes

Of course, Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without festive food. Eating Christmas dishes is part of the fun, and there is no need to completely miss it out! If you want to maintain your diet on Christmas holidays you can just simply have...

December 21, 2020

Do what you love with Fixic

Living with diabetes can be complicated. Daily insulin injections, carb counting, highs and lows. If you use CGM sensor you should constantly try not to damage it every time you exercise, put on your clothes, take shower, or simply spend time on...

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